The Mitroff Years
I am the daughter of Al and Trudy Mitroff who were innkeepers at the Brandon Inn from 1961 to 1983. I am hoping by this letter to find those of you (or someone you know) who worked for my parents at the inn to invite you for an informal night of "Inn" storytelling at the Brandon Inn on Friday, September 22nd, 2023 from 7-10 pm.
I will share a few stories that I remember, as well as share stories that my mother wrote about the goings-on at the Inn in letters sent to me when I was in college-weddings, skiers, and permanent residents. The stories about guests and employees that she tells are funny, sad, silly, and serious; they give a wonderful glimpse into the "behind the scenes" insanity of innkeeping. I know there are even more stories out there from employees who worked at the Inn-and we had a lot of you! Recently, after going through old payroll records, just within a 4 year timeframe (1968-1972), I counted 188 employees!
The new innkeeper, Sid Beccar Varela, is excited about hearing these stories and will be joining me along with nephew Scott Mitroff, who has stories as well. Both my brothers, Jack and Bill, have passed away(2020, 2021). While I have favorite stories of each member of my family at the Inn, I would love to hear stories from others about them—as an informal memoriam. I will be visiting Brandon and staying at the Brandon Inn from September 21-24. My OVUHS Class of 1968 is having its 55th Reunion at the Brandon Inn on September 23.
Please RSVP to my email or phone/text:
Mitroff.annmarie@gmail.com ; 914-815-5872 cell (PDT)
And, if you have any questions or want to join by ZOOM, please let me know by calling or an email.
We will have munchies and libations available.
Finally, in the spirit of my father- one of his poems- appropriate for the occasion:
NOSTALGIA
Nostalgia is a wondrous thing
To catch, quite worth the try.
It pumps blood faster through the heart,
And brings back days gone by.
'Tis here we find our past, quite safe,
It's' pains and tears all gone,
And only pleasant memories
Their warmth still lingering on.
-A.P.M.
7/17/78
It would be nice to see you,
Annmarie Mitroff